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I'm Always on a Mountain When I Fall

Merle Haggard · 1978

29 min · 10 tracks · country

A reflective journey through life's struggles, marked by Haggard's signature storytelling and heartfelt melodies.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • reflective storytelling through struggles
  • short sessions of heartfelt melodies
  • steady progression of emotions
  • afternoon listening with warmth

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy tracks
  • prefer longer immersive albums

Where this album fits

Career context
By 1978, Merle Haggard was a well-established figure in country music, having released over a dozen albums since his breakout in the late 1960s. 'I'm Always on a Mountain When I Fall' came during a prolific phase, following his commercial success with previous records like 'Hag' (1971) and 'The Fightin' Side of Me' (1970). This album further solidified his reputation as a leading voice in the genre, blending traditional country with personal introspection.
Stylistic neighbors
Waylon Jennings· Johnny Cash· George Jones

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 I’m Always on a Mountain When I Fall 2:48
  • 2 It’s Been a Great Afternoon 2:13
  • 3 Love Me When You Can 3:18
  • 4 There Won’t Be Another You 3:50
  • 5 Don’t You Ever Get Tired (Of Hurting Me) 3:22
  • 6 Life of a Rodeo Cowboy 2:57
  • 7 There Ain’t No Good Chain Gang 2:55
  • 8 The Dream 2:01
  • 9 The Immigrant 3:05
  • 10 Mama I’ve Got to Go to Memphis 3:03

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